Wednesday, 28 October 2015

The Book of Learning chosen for Citywide Reading Campaign for Children 2016

Fantastic news below just in from E.R. Murray who we are delighted to
have here tomorrow morning from 10am giving a gothic writing workshop
for 11 to 14 year olds. There's still time to book your place, but be
quick!

Magical book found in Dublin – READ All About It!
Dublin City Council’s Library Service invites children to delve into the
world of Ebony Smart, a 12 year old girl whose world has just changed
forever - a new home in Dublin which is full of secrets, a magical book that
unlocks the mystery to her past and a mysterious boy called Zach who
befriends her – for the Citywide Reading Campaign for Children 2016.

The campaign is run by Dublin UNESCO City of Literature and Dublin City
Council Public Libraries, in partnership with Mercier Press and runs
from January to March 2016.

The Book of Learning by E.R. Murray
is a story of mystery and adventure, which will appeal to both girls and
boys of 9 years and older. There will be author visits to public
libraries as well as city-centre based events to promote the campaign
which encourages children to read for pleasure. The book features many
well known Dublin landmarks such as Glasnevin Cemetery, The Botanic
Gardens, The Natural History Museum, The National Library and St.
Stephen's Green.
An t-Ardmhéara Críona Ní Dhálaigh said: “The
Book of Learning is a book that will enchant and engage boys and girls
from aged 9 upwards and I encourage children and their parents all
across the city to read it and to visit their local Dublin City library
to find out more about the fun events taking place. Is scéal draíochtach
é a bheadh taitneamhach do éinne thar 9 mbliana d’aois”
“I’m
delighted The Book of Learning has been chosen for this year’s Citywide
Reading campaign, especially since Dublin is so central to the story.”
says E.R. Murray. “I wanted to capture the city’s essence in an
adventure story that was both magical and mysterious – so get ready for
wildcats, enchanted books, underground lairs, and shark submarines! I
can’t wait to meet lots of young readers at events in the New Year –
after all, it’s the readers that bring stories to life and make writing
so worthwhile.”
Details of the campaign will be available in early January at www.dublincityofliterature.ie The project is funded by Dublin City Council's Library Service and the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.